操
Kanji · N2
操 / maneuver
Kanji for maneuver, manipulate, or operate.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ソウ、サン | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | みさお、あやつ.る | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
操 carries the meaning maneuver, manipulate, or operate.
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Common compounds with 操
貞操ていそうchastity / virtue / fidelity
操みさおfidelity / honour / honor
操るあやつるto operate / to handle / to manage
体操たいそうgymnastics / physical exercises
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